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How To Prevent Mold During New Home Construction

We know that mold is caused by a combination of moisture and darkness and can be hidden in the walls and floors of any home. It not only thrives in already existing homes, but it can be found in new construction too. How Can Mold Affect New Construction? Mold thrives indoors and out, and, if it proliferates, it can [...]

How To Prevent Mold During New Home Construction2017-09-25T16:40:18-04:00

How Sunlight Fights Mold Exposure & Mold Illnesses

Anyone who is exposed to mold can become sick by it. Allergies, asthma, and other respiratory illnesses can manifest from mold and cause lifelong problems. However, there are several ways to combat these ailments, one of which is through sunlight. What Causes Mold Illness? Exposure to molds usually occurs in water-damaged indoor environments. Here, they begin to produce mycotoxins [...]

How Sunlight Fights Mold Exposure & Mold Illnesses2017-09-09T14:45:02-04:00

Hurricane Harvey Puts Public At Risk With Massive Mold Exposure Risk

Hurricane Harvey’s devastation posed an immediate danger to the lives and health of many Texans, but as cleanup begins, residents are not yet out of the woods. As the waters recede and evacuees return home, they face another threat—mold. Harvey's torrential rain, destructive winds, and widespread flooding have so far taken the lives of 44 people and caused over [...]

Hurricane Harvey Puts Public At Risk With Massive Mold Exposure Risk2017-09-04T10:30:45-04:00

How Does Mold On Drywall In New Construction Happen?

Finding mold in new construction is not only frustrating but costly. Yes, it can happen, but mold—which can harm the structure of your home and family’s health—IS avoidable, if you know what to look for. How Does New Drywall Attract Mold? Recent findings suggest that some instances of mold in new drywall start at the manufacturing stage. Drywall is [...]

How Does Mold On Drywall In New Construction Happen?2017-08-29T12:10:56-04:00

Sick Teacher In NJ Awarded $1.8 Million Due To Mold Exposure

A Millburn, New Jersey music teacher, Mary Jean Alsina, was awarded nearly $2 million for medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages after a judge ruled that classroom mold was responsible for her asthma and other chronic lung problems. Essex County Superior Court Judge Christine Farrington handed down the $1.8 million dollar verdict in the tenured teacher’s favor in [...]

Sick Teacher In NJ Awarded $1.8 Million Due To Mold Exposure2017-08-19T10:42:43-04:00

How Much Does Water Damage Repair Cost?

Repairing water damage can be costly, depending upon a few variables—the location of the damage, how long it’s gone unnoticed and what materials are affected. The cost of the problem can also increase regarding health and safety issues. The best way to avoid costly cleanups, hospital bills, and renovations is to address any potential leaks, or flooding, as soon [...]

How Much Does Water Damage Repair Cost?2017-08-12T06:40:07-04:00

​Could Mold Fungal Infection Cause Alzheimer’s Disease?

While mold is known to cause illnesses such as asthma, allergies and other respiratory issues, Alzheimer’s disease has also been found to have a possible connection to mold exposure. Alzheimer’s is a heartbreaking progressive and degenerative disorder that is diagnosed by the presence of memory loss and disorientation. While scientists have proven the brains of people with Alzheimer’s are [...]

​Could Mold Fungal Infection Cause Alzheimer’s Disease?2017-08-04T17:11:35-04:00

How To Get Rid Of Mold Under The Floor

There is no such thing as living in an entirely mold-free environment. There are more than 100,000 kinds of mold in existence, and most have a beneficial purpose—they decompose biological matter that would otherwise drown the world in waste. But when mold spores drift inside your home and find a damp environment, they can grow and prove hazardous to [...]

How To Get Rid Of Mold Under The Floor2017-07-29T10:55:56-04:00

What Are Biggest Mistakes When Cleaning Mold

When homeowners suspect they have a mold issue, some decide to clean it themselves. It’s possible that they can do so with the proper equipment and technique in place, but occasionally, they bite off more than can chew by either underestimating the size of the job or using the wrong materials. Here’s how you can avoid disaster in a [...]

What Are Biggest Mistakes When Cleaning Mold2017-07-22T09:38:19-04:00